Rurrenabaque
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Rurrenabaque

Rurrenabaque, Bolivia is a small town located in the north of the country, near the Beni River. Bolivia is a landlocked country in South America, but Rurrenabaque’s location on the Beni River means that it has access to the Amazon River and the Atlantic Ocean. The town is known for its natural beauty, with lush…

Work at Familia Feliz
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Work at Familia Feliz

On the first day at Familia Feliz, we got an idea of how Sierra worked and lived.  And she showed us some things that could be improved.  So, over the two weeks, we stayed here, Rick did some shopping and fixing to improve Sierra’s ability to help the children.  The privacy of the clinic was…

Sabbath at Familia Feliz
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Sabbath at Familia Feliz

Sabbath was a beautiful day with the sun hotly shining and no thunderstorms and torrential rain as we had the day before. This was pertinent as we rode to church on our motorcycle. I knew there was a reason I cut my hair short for this adventure… less of an afro to have to manage….

Dining in Rurrenabaque, Bolivia
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Dining in Rurrenabaque, Bolivia

Rurrenabaque is located in the heart of the Amazon basin. It is a small town in Bolivia that has a lot to offer in terms of food. Unlike other parts of Bolivia, the food in Rurrenabaque is not very spicy- the focus is on fresh fruits, vegetables, and legumes. One of the most notable aspects…